Trigeminal Neuralgia (Dental)

Category: Neurology / Cranial Nerve Disorders

Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic pain condition affecting the trigeminal nerve, causing sudden, severe, shock-like facial pain, often triggered by dental procedures or stimuli around the mouth.

Global Prevalence

Affects approximately 4-13 per 100,000 people annually, with a higher incidence in women and individuals over 50 (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, 2019).

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